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9 home products for the perfect outdoor movie night

Take your movie night to the backyard and spend the night under the stars with these fun accessories.

By Michele Kettner July 27, 2020 at 4:46 pm

Even though most movie theaters are still closed and drive-in theaters are sold out, you can still throw a special movie night for your family. Get out of the house and set up a projector and screen (or sheet) for your own personal outdoor movie showing. Make it a true movie experience with one of these nine accessories to help create the perfect atmosphere for your outdoor movie screening.

This pillow has you covered for your next movie night and whatever genre you may be in the mood for. // Bannon Drama Classic Theater Cotton Throw Pillow, $34.99; Wayfair

Inflatable Movie Screen — *Photo courtesy of Best Buy*

Set up this inflatable screen to make you and your guests feel like you are a part of the movie. // 114” Outdoor Projector Screen – White, $249.99; Best Buy

Green Floor Pillow — *Photo courtesy of Plow & Hearth*

Whether you are watching a quick flick or hosting a movie marathon, make sure to stay comfy on the lawn with a thick cushion. // Polyester Classic tufted Floor Cushion With Handle, 20” sq. x 4” – Greenery, $49.95; Plow & Hearth

Popcorn Machine — *Photo courtesy of Lowe’s*

Skip the microwave popcorn and customize your movie treat with all the butter and toppings you want. // Great Northern Popcorn 8 Ounce Antique Style Popcorn Machine – Electric Countertop Popcorn Maker, $199.95; Lowe’s

Mason Jar Cup — *Photo courtesy of Target*

Forgo the plastic cups and go for glass mason jars to keep your drinks ice cold all night long. // Ball 4ct 16 oz Drinking Glass Mason Jars, $9.99; Target

White BenQ projector — *Photo courtesy of Best Buy*

This HD projector has room for all of your plugins, while providing a sharp picture for all your movie needs. // BenQ – HT2050A 1080p DLP Projector – White, $699; Best Buy

Popcorn Bucket — *Photo courtesy of Wayfair*

Get that true movie theater feel at home with this huge popcorn bowl that will hold enough popcorn to last the entire night. // 2 Gallon Popcorn Plastic Bucket, $29.99; Wayfair

Black string lights — *Photo courtesy of Target*

Create the perfect outdoor movie-watching atmosphere by adding a few strands of string lights to add just the right amount of glow to your screening. // Clear Globe String Lights Black – Room Essentials, $9.99; Target

Orange Adirondack Chair — *Photo courtesy of Crate & Barrel*

If sitting on the ground isn’t your thing, grab an Adirondack chair that is sure to keep you comfortable even during the longest movies. // Vista II Tangerine Adirondack Chair, $499; Crate & Barrel

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Michele Kettner

Audience Engagement Editor

Michele Kettner joined Northern Virginia Magazine in 2020 after spending two semesters as an editorial intern at the magazine. The University of Maryland graduate is currently the audience engagement editor and covers everything from can’t-miss things to do and holiday events to new restaurant and store openings throughout Northern Virginia.